Elephant In the Room = an obvious problem or risk no one wants to discuss Ex: Everyone gets mad at Jim for his rude behavior and not taking a bath, but the “elephant in the room” is his problem with alcohol. Ex: During a quiet dinner with his parents, the “elephant in the room” […]
Hippie (or spelled Hippy) = subculture of people who reject standard conservative values, and believe in peace, extreme liberalism, free expression of love and the expanding of one’s consciousness. They usually have long hair, and wear non mainstream clothes. They became popular in America in the late 1960s.
White Lie = a harmless lie, especially one told to avoid hurting someone’s feelings. Ex: My wife asked me if the dress made her look fat. So, I told a “white lie” and said no. Ex: When people ask me “How are you?” I usually say a “white lie” like, “I’m Ok.” even if I’m […]
Bury the Hatchet = end a conflict and become friendly Ex: I’m tired of fighting with you, lets “bury the hatchet” and be friends again. Ex: “Bury the hatchet” with your enemy. Fighting won’t help anything.
Going Cold Turkey = quitting a habit completely instead of a gradual reduction Ex: My brother quit smoking cigarettes by “going cold turkey,” but most people can’t just suddenly stop. Ex: It is dangerous for your health to “go cold turkey,” and suddenly quit taking certain drugs and alcohol.
Toot My/ Your Own Horn = to point out positive truths about oneself, to brag about ones own talent Ex: Not to “toot my own horn,” but I’m a great dancer. Ex: Person #1 -I think I’m the most awesome person on Earth. Person #2 – Don’t “toot your own horn,” asshole.
Fixing a Game = cheating, the final score/ result is predetermined Ex: The game was “fixed.” They paid the players to lose on purpose. Ex: Japanese sumo wrestling is notorious for “fixing matches.” Ex: The referee keeps calling unfair penalties. The “fix” is in.
Guest: Dunny (Scroll down to listen to our chat.) Dunny and I chat about drumming and the following: College days Dunny’s band – GOBI Describing GOBI: ” You’re gonna move whether you want to or not.” Finding Duende These musical patterns are already in human’s brains. Don’t follow what’s popular. What do drummers think about […]
Hold Your Horses = wait a moment Ex: Hey, “hold your horses” I’m not as fast as you. Ex: I know you’re hungry, but dinner will be ready soon, so “hold your horses”
Calling “Shotgun” = the first person to say “shotgun” gets to ride in the passenger seat next to the driver. Ex: Person #1 Lets all go somewhere in my car. Person #2 Yes lets do it. “Shotgun!” Ex: This is not fair, why do I have to sit in the backseat? I “called shotgun.”